Staying Safe Around Buildings Damaged After a Disaster

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This is an important message from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. After a hurricane, stay away from damaged buildings until building inspectors say it’s safe to enter. When it is safe, enter during the daytime only so you can see hazards. Wear protective clothing during cleanup, and avoid wading in water to reduce injuries. Leave immediately if you hear unusual noises. Remember: pace yourself during cleanup. To learn more, call the CDC at 800-CDC-INFO.

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Don’t enter damaged buildings until inspectors say it’s safe. More info from CDC 800-232-4636 or http://go.usa.gov/bffexternal icon

Leave damaged buildings immediately if you hear unusual noises. More info from CDC 800-232-4636 or http://go.usa.gov/bffexternal icon

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Don’t enter damaged buildings until inspectors say it’s safe. For more information: 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636) or http://go.usa.gov/bffexternal icon

Leave damaged buildings immediately if you hear unusual noises. For more information: 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636) or http://go.usa.gov/bffexternal icon

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